See all Budapest Christmas happenings this year!
Budapest glows for Christmas 2025 along the Danube and around Buda Castle, where iconic landmarks host festive lights and concerts. Throughout December, find joyful holiday celebrations, bustling winter markets, and Christmas shows with mulled wine, crafts, ice rinks, and nightly performances.
Find the best Budapest Christmas happenings this year!
Top Christmas Events In and Around Budapest
- Budapest Christmas Market at St. Stephen's Basilica
- Christmas River Cruise with Dinner and Show
- Budapest New Year's Eve Celebration at Vörösmarty Square
- Városháza Winter Experience Park
- Hungary's Christmas Tree
- Városháza Winter Wonderland and Christmas Market
- Advent in Budapest
- Budapest Christmas Danube River Cruises
- Nordix Studio Christmas Photo Sessions
- Royal Christmas Family Walk in Buda Castle
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Budapest Christmas Events
Budapest Christmas Markets and Shopping
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Experience the magic of the Budapest Christmas Market at St. Stephen's Basilica, a premier European holiday destination. This vibrant market features a towering Christmas tree, a traditional Nativity scene, and a monumental Advent wreath. Visitors can enjoy a free ice-skating rink, stunning light projections on the Basilica, and a curated selection of artisan crafts and delicious festive foods.
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Experience the magic of winter in Budapest at the Városháza Winter Experience Park. Glide across a unique ice corridor and rink, then explore a vibrant Christmas market filled with handcrafted gifts, festive decorations, and delicious seasonal treats. It's a perfect blend of winter fun and holiday cheer in the city center.
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Budapest transforms into a winter wonderland with the Városháza Winter Wonderland and Christmas Market. This festive event spans two locations, offering an ice rink with a unique ice corridor at Városháza Park and a bustling Christmas market at Deák Ferenc Square. Visitors can find unique handmade crafts, seasonal treats like kürtőskalács, and enjoy the magical holiday atmosphere.
Budapest Christmas Food, Drink and Parties
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Embark on a magical Christmas river cruise along the Danube, offering a festive escape in Budapest. Indulge in a 12-course buffet dinner and enjoy unlimited drinks while taking in breathtaking views of the illuminated city. Live music from the Rajkó Orchestra and traditional folk dances create an unforgettable holiday atmosphere.
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Ring in the New Year at Budapest's Vörösmarty Square for an unforgettable celebration. Wander through stalls offering festive treats like kürtőskalács and sausages, and warm up with mulled wine. Find lucky charms to start the year right, all while enjoying lively music and a spectacular midnight fireworks display.
Budapest Christmas Light Displays
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Hungary's Christmas Tree stands proudly in Budapest's Kossuth Square, in front of the Parliament building. This magnificent tree is adorned with 16,000 LED lights and a spectacular star topper, making it a dazzling centerpiece for the holiday season. Its sheer size requires a team of firefighters for transport and alpinists for decoration, showcasing the immense effort put into this beloved tradition.
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